According to the findings of the
International fertility research, UK residents receive fewer
fertility treatments in comparison with just about any other
European country.
Only a negligible amount out of
such procedures is beared by the National Heatlth Service
(NHS), making it unaffordable for many.
Problem of infertility is very prominent
in UK. Infertility occurs when an embryo fails to form due
to non- fertilization between an egg and a sperm.
From the age of 13 onwards a female’s reproductive
system starts preparing for conceiving or becoming pregnant
.On a monthly basis there is a regular cycle of formation
of a number of eggs out of which only one matures. A woman
conceives when a sperm penetrates through her uterus into
the fallopian tube and meets the matured ova (egg). The fertilized
egg trickles down and gets implanted on the endometrium. Here
the embryo starts developing.
In this normal course, some irregularities do happen. The
reasons for this could be- hereditary or some ill health.
This condition is visible in people achieving a menopause
before the appropriate time. Over and under weight and excessive
exercise can affect hormonal balance which may cause infertility
too. Some diseases like multiple cysts or intake of fungicides,
herbicides and insecticides can result in non – implantation
of egg. Medicines rarely bring about female infertility. Also
clogging of pelvis with tissues, some earlier surgery, fibroids
and infection in the female reproductive system are common
causes. Certain male produce a low level of sperms which becomes
an important factor for male infertility. Hormonal disorders,
some previous infection, exposure to excessive heat, environmental
factors (x-rays, heavy metals) contribute to this problem.
Every problem has a solution and same is the case here. You
need not take this as stigma on your life. The most available
help could be discussing issues with an expert. An expert
may advise certain tests that can detect your problem. Fertility
tests could be either for semen production or proper ovulation.
Infertility may be observed with the increase in the age of
a woman. A woman has half the chances to conceive cross 30s
than cross 20s.
Generally disorders in male and female infertility can be
treated with fertility drugs, especially the hormonal ones,
but in case this is not effective there are techniques of
infertility treatment. It is a process in which fertilization
of the egg with sperm takes place externally, generally known
as in vitro fertilization. This method has gained much importance
recently with upcoming of better techniques in this field
showing successful results. IVF is not only an answer to the
infertility due to a sick fallopian tube but for other situations
as well like introduction of sperms to treat male infertility.
There are many fertility clinics in UK where this method of
IVF is performed safely.
IVF is done by first stimulating the ovary to produce follicles
of the ovaries. This is done by means of gonadotropic hormone.
A fertility calendar is set up to observe the various phases
in the process. The change in the level of hormones is monitored
by gynecologic ultrasonography . This is followed by extraction
of the egg from the ovary. The IVF laboratory treats both
the egg, which is extracted from egg donor and the sperms
from semen taken from male partner. Through a sterile medium
they are made to fertilize. The successful embryos are implanted
in the prepared uterus so that egg implantation is achieved.
It is well known that every new invention has its own good
or bad similarly is the case here. Certain complications may
arise after IVF procedures but they are rare. Sometimes it
may result in multiple pregnancy therefore there are stringent
norms to carry out IVF. The chance of splitting of the embryo
in the womb is less. IVF also leads to some chromosomal abnormalities
assisted with organ deformation. An answer to this has still
not been found.
However certain pre-conception precautions
should be kept in mind. A healthy diet supplemented with folic
acid and a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables are advisable.
Smoking, intake of alcohol, street drug and exposure to excessive
heat must be avoided. Weight should be regularly monitored.
There are many objections to this process of egg donation
but it is as of today, a good answer.
Please contact us for further enquiries.
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